SKEDADDLE BLOG

Winters in Milwaukee are harsh and frigid. People have a hard enough time dealing with snow, ice, and wind chills, but what about the poor animals? Some wildlife have mechanisms for dealing with temperature changes or seasonal shifts, like hibernation. In fact, many people assume that when they do not see an animal, like a… Continue reading

Grandmothers around the globe place plates full of peanuts and pecans on their porches, waiting for hungry squirrels to make off with nutty nourishment. As the weather chills, these scrappy scroungers turn from taking nuts back to their nests to securing them in many underground holes. To humans who sometimes have a hard time finding… Continue reading

Squirrels are a common wildlife problem in urban communities. Although squirrels prefer wooded areas, it’s estimated that more than 100 can live in a square mile area in the city. Much like raccoons, squirrels are highly adaptive. Their behavior has adjusted for the larger populations in their habitat. With cooler temperatures ahead, you’re more likely… Continue reading

Some people find squirrels cute, while others are a little leery of this furry rodent. No matter where you stand on the pendulum of squirrel opinions, there’s no denying that they are industrious little creatures. They are well-adapted to survive in natural and man-made environments. Their presence is ubiquitous across the globe, thriving on every… Continue reading